1/20 Sunday Showdown

STEVE MADDEN VS. TARGET
Wedge Sneakers

One of the newest trends in footwear on the market today is the street-chic wedge sneaker. While still exploring this new fad, I have noticed there is a lot of uniformity and very little poetic license within the fashion community. For example, take the wedge sneakers from Steve Madden's collection compared to the wedges on the racks at Target. The Steve Madden Hamlit Wedge Sneakers run for $110 and the women's Xhilaration Shayenne High Tops sell for $34.99 at Target, yet there is an indisputable similarity between the two.

The Steve Madden wedge sneakers are undeniably hot. I like the tone difference between the two shades of black. Just to be picky, I also like the square studs. What puts this wedge sneaker over the top, however, is the studded tongue on the shoe. I wouldn't be living like Lily if I wasn't all about the bling. As always, Steve Madden can do no wrong when it comes to women's footwear.

The Target version of these high top wedge sneakers are just as attractive. While more simpler, the studded strap is subtle and understated sexy. Even though these sneakers are from Target, the price difference between these and the Steve Maddens allow some remodeling to factor into your budget. Want more bling? Do it yourself and bedazzle these sneakers to your liking for about $5 dollars more at the craft store. I would rather save money and experiment with shoes from Target than potentially destroy a pair of Steve Maddens. The Xhilaration high tops allow you to interpret
 fashion and make it your own, rather than succumbing to designer labels.

The thing about Steve Madden shoes is there is there is usually an exact copy for a much cheaper price somewhere else in the world. I love Steve Madden shoes, but what usually keeps me from buying them are his more economical brothers. In this case, while I do prefer the Steve Madden's with the studed tongue, the Xhilaration sneakers are the economical brother seducing me in. The same style and look for two different prices, which would you rather pay?

1/13 Sunday Showdown

RALPH LAUREN VS. TARGET
Leather Jackets

Leather Jackets have always been a guilty pleasure in my life. From sexy boys on motorcycles to the greasy T-Bird gangs on the 50s to independent girls with bold attitudes, there is definitely something special special about a leather jacket.

Specifically, when I came across the Ralph Lauren Lennox Moto Jacket, I knew there was something special about it. Selling for $1498 dollars, Ralph Lauren must have thought so too. This lime green jacket offers the perfect combination of girly and edgy. With the popping lime green color, this isn't your ordinary run of the mill leather jacket. I really like the wide collar and asymmetrical front zipper as well. The real highlight of this jacket that sold me was the lace up sleeves at the wrist. Tying up like a shoe lace, these sleeves are cooler than cool. It is without a doubt, Ralph Lauren has brought back the old glory days of the leather jackets with a modern infusion.

As if there could ever be a leather jacket considered worthy of being called competition compared to this Ralph Lauren jacket, I thought I would put it up against a more affordable one. The Xhilaration Junior's Side Ruched Faux Leather Jacket is available at Target for $39.99. If there is one word to describe this jacket it would be basic. This jacket right here proves that you cannot skimp on a quality leather jacket and just shows straight up how fabulous the Ralph Lauren is.

Jacket's are worn a lot more than just once and are usually the first piece of your outfit that people see.It is important to own good, quality jackets, and the Ralph Lauren Moto Jacket would be a great representation. So feel guilt-free splurging on this stylish jacket, and, as always, feel free to buy me one too!